On what date did Pokémon Go first launch in the United States?

Pokémon Go first launched in the United States on July 6, 2016. Australia and New Zealand received the mobile game on the same date, making it the first public release in those launch markets.

Niantic developed Pokémon Go with Nintendo and The Pokémon Company. The game uses location data, mapping, smartphone cameras, and augmented-reality features to place Pokémon in real-world surroundings.

Its rollout was staggered rather than worldwide on one day. Germany followed on July 13, the United Kingdom on July 14, Japan on July 22, and many other territories later in 2016. This regional schedule is why different players remember different launch dates.

Pokémon Go became a major cultural event during Pokémon's 20th anniversary year. Its combination of outdoor exploration, collecting, and location-based play introduced the franchise to many people who had never played the main Game Boy-style games.